Activities
Activity availability may vary. Please contact our Concierge or the entity itself for current information.
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Central to world-class skiing and riding
One of the Inn at Bay Harbor's greatest assets is its proximity to The Highlands and Boyne Mountain, Michigan's best skiing. -
Wine Trail
A great wine producing region
Discover how the fresh lake breezes from Little Traverse Bay create ideal conditions for vineyards to flourish along the famed 45th parallel. -
Shopping & Exploring
The fun begins here
Centrally located to Boyne City, Harbor Springs, Petoskey, and Charlevoix, these towns offer unique shops, and local color. -
Mammoth Distilling
Drink Local
Discover new tastes of Michigan liquors, liqueurs, and craft cocktails at this distillery's Bay Harbor location. -
Great Lakes Center for the Arts
Bay Harbor's Own
A cultural and social hub offering year-round events across all genres—music, dance, theater, movies and film, intellectual dialogue, and education. -
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
Make a splash
Welcome to Avalanche Bay, the largest indoor waterpark hotel in Michigan! -
Cross Country Skiing
Family Fun
Experience the beauty of winter in northern Michigan on cross country skis -
Exploring Art
Simply inspiring
You'll find unique art galleries, performing arts centers, public sculptures, festivals, and live music are woven into the fabric of Bay Harbor and its surrounding communities. -
Hemingway's Michigan
Walk in his footsteps
More of his short stories are set in Michigan than in any other place, and are largely based on the people and places he experienced in the Little Traverse Bay region. -
History Tours
History comes alive in northern Michigan.
This is an area rich with historical anecdotes, resort traditions and fascinating stories. -
Dark Sky Park
Stunning Night Sky
Experience the night sky like you've never seen it before at northern Michigan's Dark Sky Park, under an hour from the Inn at Bay Harbor. -
Fat Tire Biking
Discover a new sport
Float atop the snow thanks to fat tires, easily combining winter adventure with exercise. -
Sledding & Tubing
Fun for all ages
Nearby parks offer easy access for one of winter's oldest traditions, sledding! Plus tubing at our sister resorts. -
Winter Sports Park
Fun in the Snow
Once the snow has fallen, enjoy a variety of winter activities at Petoskey's Winter Sports Park. -
Culinary Delights
Nourishing body and soul
Fine dining, local cuisine, authentic ethnic eateries, or something fresh from the garden: northern Michigan takes great pride in its culinary community. -
Scenic Drives
Beauty at each turn
Take in the abundant natural beauty that surrounds us in Bay Harbor with several available scenic drives. Along the bay, or through the trees, it's gorgeous here all year-round. -
Bird Watching
Fun Takes Flight
Bird enthusiasts can enjoy the area's abundant forest and natural areas to see several species in their habitats. -
Little Traverse Wheelway
Spanning from Charlevoix to Harbor Springs
The Little Traverse Wheelway is a wonderful way to explore the bay region and enjoy outdoor exercise! -
Fishing
The Land of Legends
Northern Michigan is the heart of the Midwest's finest fishing. -
Local Farms
Home Grown
Visit local farms for fresh flavors and beautiful scenery. -
Little Traverse Bay Ferry
Take to the Water
The fun way around the bay! Experience the revival of the ferry system around Little Traverse Bay, with stops in Bay Harbor, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs, daily all summer. -
Local Beaches
Sun and Surf
Explore the shores of Lake Michigan and beyond at the area's several local beaches. -
Mackinac Island
Michigan Favorite
Go back in time and explore Michigan's legendary island with gorgeous architecture, history abounds, beautiful views, and of course, their famous fudge.